Senior Manager of Cost Account Management (CAM) and Integrated Product Team (IPT) (Onsite)

RTX•Richardson, TX

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Strategic Defense Solutions (SDS) is seeking a Senior Manager of Cost Account Management (CAM) and Integrated Product Team (IPT) Leadership to lead execution across high-visibility Department of Defense programs. This role is designed for a proven leader who understands that disciplined Earned Value (EV) performance, strong cost account ownership, and rigorous program execution are foundational to mission success and national security outcomes. You will provide functional and operational leadership to a team of CAMs and IPTLs, ensuring disciplined application of Earned Value Management (EVM), accurate forecasting, and proactive variance management across complex development efforts. This role requires a leader who can translate program objectives into executable control account plans, drive performance accountability, and develop a high-performing team capable of managing scope, schedule, and cost in high-consequence environments.

Requirements

Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 10 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years of experience
Active and transferable Secret U.S. government issued security clearance is prior to start date with the ability to obtain Top Secret after start.
Experience leading CAMs, IPTLs, or project engineers with scope, schedule, and cost accountability.
Strong application of EV methods including baseline management, variance analysis, CPI/SPI interpretation, EAC forecasting, and corrective action planning.
Experience managing control accounts in EV-compliant environments (e.g., ANSI-748).
E xperience managing workforce supply and demand, including staffing alignment to program needs.
Strong understanding and application of rolling wave planning and detailed planning processes.

Nice To Haves

E arned V alue certification.
Proven ability to strengthen EV discipline, improving forecast accuracy and execution predictability.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial data, performance indices, and risk exposure.
Effective at constructively challenging performance while maintaining a collaborative, team-first culture in dynamic environments.
Experience with integrated staffing and capacity modeling and enterprise planning tools (e.g., Primavera, Cobra, SAP, JIRA), including Agile integration.
Excellent executive communication skills and a track record of mentoring CAMs/IPTLs into expanded leadership roles.

Responsibilities

Lead and mentor CAMs and IPTLs accountable for control account performance.
Establish EV standards, cadence, and tool synchronization across engineering, finance, and planning.
Coach CAMs on baseline management, variance analysis, EAC development, and corrective actions.
Oversee performance management, staffing, and succession planning to sustain organizational capability.
Monitor baseline performance, manage cost and schedule risks, and drive recovery actions with clear execution metrics.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
Tuition reimbursement program
Student Loan Repayment Program
Life insurance and disability coverage
Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal , ID theft protection
Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
Adoption Assistance
Autism Benefit
Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program
May be e ligible for relocation